There are many types of video games today that continue to make the media and marketing headlines. Games are popular for many reasons because they allow youth to escape their problems, to try out new personalities, to socialize with others whom they may not know, and engage in challenging and reward-based experiences. Research has displayed that children are going to learn what they see on a screen, be it positive or negative. The Center on Media and Child Health based at the Harvard Medical School suggests that possible negative risks to gaming may include increased aggression, desensitization, anxiety, addiction and obesity. On the other hand, choosing a video game which requires a physical activity, such as an exergame (involving movement) offers benefits. Video games that require critical thinking skills instead of violence, offer a positive outcome to gaming. Because children learn from what they see and experience on the screen, it is important to ensure video gaming can be a positive experience.The Center on Media and Child Health offer the following tips when allowing video games in your home: